Best Decision So Far! 34G to 34D - Gainesville, FL

I am 1 week and 1 day post op from my BR. I am 39, 5'9, 160, and was a 34G and I am down to a 34D/Full C. They removed 3 lbs total from both breast. The cost of my procedure was covered by insurance.

I was very apprehensive at first due to my active lifestyle and how the recovery process would hinder my job as a police officer. I just kept thinking about the back pain, neck strain, and all the not so pleasant things that happen when I put my uniform on.
I am pleasantly surprised how well the recovery process is going. I have attached photos of week one. As I progress in my journey of recovery I will post more pictures. My goal is to put on a dress I wore in Vegas in April and see the big difference on how the boobs adjust!

Some things to keep in mind prior to surgery and post:
*Make sure someone is with you to help you out ...especially during the first week. My daughters have been wonderful!
*HYDRATE! Go in well hydrated and drink plenty of water during the recovery period
*Limit your activity to nothing during the first week. Find a comfy spot...(Pre plan on lots of TV, reading, and paying bills/homework, ect.) The first few days I didn't feel like much of anything except sleep. (I run 4 miles everyday...so sitting still is hard for me)
*Eat healthy. Fruits/Veggies Since your level of activity is limited to walking to the bathroom or around the room, don't over do the eating out of boredom.
*BE PATIENT!

That is all for now. This experience was well worth it. And the much needed rest is an added bonus!

I had my post op yesterday and all is well. I did not have any drains following my procedure but I did get a little swelling from my axillary lymph nodes, but they are better. I took myself off the pain meds about 4 days post op. The constipation, sleepless nights and weird dreams were enough!
I took my first dose of ibuprofen yesterday and slept like a baby! The swelling has gone down significantly and I can see my breast are still changing their shape. My doctor advised I have about 30% more of changes to come.
My doctor advised not to get ahead of myself because I'm feeling a lite better...which one can easily do. I can say I do tire easily and I may need to go in half days at least for the first week.
As I get closer to week 2 I am feeling great. I am assigned a desk job when I get back to work on Monday. It's too soon to put my vest on but I did put it over my shirt and the difference is significant. I am going to wait 6mo depending on how things go to get a new one. In the meantime I can store snacks in the empty space!
I will update with week 2 pics next week.

I apologize for the delay in my post. I went back to work and ….of course I am pushing it. I was sore but Motrin helps with the swelling and discomfort. . . I am itching a lot also.

I was doing great… and really not putting myself on the street and trying to stay in the office to prevent me from getting caught up in something I would not be able to walk away from …. and when i least suspected it, I had to chase someone down and instead of putting hands on, I pulled out my gun and held him a gunpoint until other units got there. (I had that adrenaline rush and did not feel anything at the time.) As soon as I slowed down I realized I was way out my ability to fight or even run any further. That 1 minute of misbehavior has been with me all week. I put myself in an unmarked unit and kept most of my activity to the office and my summer events.
So to wrap it up…i have not been taking it easy. I have been hydrating and my need to take another week off after my summer programs to regroup. I took Monday off to rest.
My next follow up is next week and hopefully I have not done anything to push my recovery back. The swelling has gone down significantly and my breast are taking on a nice shape.
Week 3 pics and post when i wake up :)